RX-V4600_e

YAMAHA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION, USA 6660 ORANGETHORPE AVE., BUENA PARK, CALIF. 90620, U.S.A.
YAMAHA CANADA MUSIC LTD. 135 MILNER AVE., SCARBOROUGH, ONTARIO M1S 3R1, CANADA
YAMAHA ELECTRONIK EUROPA G.m.b.H. SIEMENSSTR. 22-34, 25462 RELLINGEN BEI HAMBURG, GERMANY
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YAMAHA MUSIC AUSTRALIA PTY, LTD. 17-33 MARKET ST., SOUTH MELBOURNE, 3205 VIC., AUSTRALIA
© 2005 All rights reserved.
RX-V4600
Printed in Malaysia WF09590
RX-V4600
AV Receiver
OWNER’S MANUAL
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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• Explanation of Graphical Symbols
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert you to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert you to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
1 Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the product is operated.
2 Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
3 Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4 Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions
should be followed.
5 Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
6 Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by
the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7 Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water –
for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or
laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool;
and the like.
8 Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall,
causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious
damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold
with the product. Any mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a
mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
9 A product and cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may
cause the product and cart combination to
overturn.
10 Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the
product and to protect it from overheating, and these
openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings
should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed,
sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not
be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack
unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s
instructions have been adhered to.
11 Power Sources – This product should be operated only from
the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If
you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home,
consult your product dealer or local power company. For
products intended to operate from battery power, or other
sources, refer to the operating instructions.
12 Grounding or Polarization – This product may be equipped
with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having
one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you
are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
13 Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched
by items placed upon or against them, paying particular
attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the product.
14 Lightning – For added protection for this product during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent
damage to the product due to lightning and power-line
surges.
15 Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such
power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna
system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching
such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be
fatal.
16 Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension
cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result
in a risk of fire or electric shock.
17 Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind
into this product through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result
in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on
the product.
18 Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself
as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
19 Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the
wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the
product,
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
CAUTION
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

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EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
MAST
GROUND
CLAMP
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810–20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810–21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
d) If the product does not operate normally by following
the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating instructions as an
improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the product to its normal
operation,
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any
way, and
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance - this indicates a need for service.
20 Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required,
be sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same
characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards.
21 Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to
this product, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the product is in proper operating
condition.
22 Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The unit should be mounted
to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the
manufacturer.
23 Heat – The product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
24 Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or
cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna
or cable system is grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,
provides information with regard to proper grounding of the
mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as
close to the point of cable entry as practical.
FCC INFORMATION (for US customers)
1 IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS
UNIT!
This product, when installed as indicated in the
instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC
requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by
Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to
use the product.
2 IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to
accessories and/or another product use only high quality
shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this product MUST
be used. Follow all installation instructions. Failure to
follow instructions could void your FCC authorization to
use this product in the USA.
3 NOTE: This product has been tested and found to comply
with the requirements listed in FCC Regulations, Part 15
for Class “B” digital devices. Compliance with these
requirements provides a reasonable level of assurance that
your use of this product in a residential environment will
not result in harmful interference with other electronic
devices.
This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and, if
not installed and used according to the instructions found
in the users manual, may cause interference harmful to the
operation of other electronic devices.
Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee that
interference will not occur in all installations. If this
product is found to be the source of interference, which
can be determined by turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”,
please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the
following measures:
Relocate either this product or the device that is being
affected by the interference.
Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit
breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s.
In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient
the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon lead,
change the lead-in to coaxial type cable.
If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory
results, please contact the local retailer authorized to
distribute this type of product. If you can not locate the
appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Electronics
Corp., U.S.A. 6660 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA
90620.
The above statements apply ONLY to those products
distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its
subsidiaries.

CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.
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1 To assure the finest performance, please read this manual
carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference.
2 Install this sound system in a well ventilated, cool, dry, clean
place – away from direct sunlight, heat sources, vibration,
dust, moisture, and/or cold. Allow ventilation space of at least
30 cm on the top, 20 cm on the left and right, and 20 cm on
the back of this unit.
3 Locate this unit away from other electrical appliances, motors,
or transformers to avoid humming sounds.
4 Do not expose this unit to sudden temperature changes from
cold to hot, and do not locate this unit in an environment with
high humidity (i.e. a room with a humidifier) to prevent
condensation inside this unit, which may cause an electrical
shock, fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.
5 Avoid installing this unit where foreign objects may fall onto
this unit and/or this unit may be exposed to liquid dripping or
splashing. On the top of this unit, do not place:
– Other components, as they may cause damage and/or
discoloration on the surface of this unit.
– Burning objects (i.e. candles), as they may cause fire,
damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.
– Containers with liquid in them, as they may fall and liquid
may cause electrical shock to the user and/or damage to
this unit.
6 Do not cover this unit with a newspaper, tablecloth, curtain,
etc. in order not to obstruct heat radiation. If the temperature
inside this unit rises, it may cause fire, damage to this unit,
and/or personal injury.
7 Do not plug in this unit to a wall outlet until all connections
are complete.
8 Do not operate this unit upside-down. It may overheat,
possibly causing damage.
9 Do not use force on switches, knobs and/or cords.
10 When disconnecting the power cable from the wall outlet,
grasp the plug; do not pull the cable.
11 Do not clean this unit with chemical solvents; this might
damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.
12 Only voltage specified on this unit must be used. Using this
unit with a higher voltage than specified is dangerous and may
cause fire, damage to this unit, and/or personal injury.
YAMAHA will not be held responsible for any damage
resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other than
specified.
13 To prevent damage by lightning, disconnect the AC power
cable and disconnect the antenna cable when there is an
electrical storm.
14 Do not attempt to modify or fix this unit. Contact qualified
YAMAHA service personnel when any service is needed. The
cabinet should never be opened for any reasons.
15 When not planning to use this unit for long periods of time
(i.e. vacation), disconnect the AC power plug from the wall
outlet.
16 Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING” section on
common operating errors before concluding that this unit is
faulty.
17 Before moving this unit, press STANDBY/ON to set this unit
in the standby mode, and disconnect the AC power plug from
the wall outlet.
18 VOLTAGE SELECTOR (Asia and General models only)
The VOLTAGE SELECTOR on the rear panel of this unit
must be set for your local main voltage BEFORE plugging
into the AC main supply. Voltages are:
General model.............AC 110/120/220/230–240 V, 50/60 Hz
Asia model ................................AC 220/230–240 V, 50/60 Hz
We Want You Listening For A Lifetime
YAMAHA and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the most out of your
equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and clear without annoying blaring or
distortion – and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing. Since hearing damage from loud sounds is
often undetectable until it is too late, YAMAHA and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group
recommend you to avoid prolonged exposure from excessive volume levels.
CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR UNIT.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN
OR MOISTURE.
This unit is not disconnected from the AC power
source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet,
even if this unit itself is turned off. This state is called
the standby mode. In this state, this unit is designed to
consume a very small quantity of power.
FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS
To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to
wide slot and fully insert.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
POUR LES CONSOMMATEURS CANADIENS
Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la
plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de
la prise et pousser jusqu’au fond.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à
la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
IMPORTANT
Please record the serial number of this unit in the space
below.
MODEL:
Serial No.:
The serial number is located on the rear of the unit.
Retain this Owner’s Manual in a safe place for future
reference.

1
PREPARATIONINTRODUCTION
BASIC
OPERATION
SOUNDFIELD
PROGRAMS
ADVANCED
OPERATION
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION
FEATURES............................................................. 2
GETTING STARTED............................................ 3
Supplied accessories.................................................. 3
Installing batteries in the remote controls.................. 4
CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS ......................... 5
Front panel................................................................. 5
Remote control........................................................... 7
Zone 2/Zone 3 remote control ................................... 9
Using the remote controls.......................................... 9
Front panel display .................................................. 10
Rear panel................................................................ 12
SPEAKER SETUP ............................................... 13
Speaker placement................................................... 13
Speaker connections ................................................ 15
CONNECTIONS .................................................. 18
Before connecting components................................ 18
Connecting video components................................. 19
Connecting audio components................................. 22
Connecting the antennas.......................................... 24
Connecting the power cable..................................... 25
Speaker impedance setting ...................................... 26
Turning on the power............................................... 26
AUTO SETUP....................................................... 27
Introduction.............................................................. 27
Optimizer microphone setup.................................... 27
Starting the setup ..................................................... 28
Confirming the results ............................................. 30
PLAYBACK.......................................................... 33
Basic operations....................................................... 33
Selecting sound field programs ............................... 34
Additional operations............................................... 35
Selecting audio input modes.................................... 40
TUNING ................................................................ 41
Automatic and manual tuning.................................. 41
Presetting stations.................................................... 42
Selecting preset stations........................................... 44
Exchanging preset stations ...................................... 44
Using HD Radio™ ................................................... 45
HD Radio™ tuning................................................... 45
Selecting HD Radio™ audio programs.................... 46
Displaying HD Radio™ information ....................... 46
RECORDING ....................................................... 47
SOUND FIELD PROGRAM
DESCRIPTIONS .............................................. 48
For movie/video sources.......................................... 48
For music sources .................................................... 50
ADVANCED OPERATIONS ..............................51
Using the sleep timer ............................................... 51
SYSTEM OPTIONS .............................................52
Changing parameter settings ................................... 54
Input Select.............................................................. 55
Manual Setup (Sound)............................................. 58
Manual Setup (Basic) .............................................. 61
Manual Setup (Option) ............................................ 66
System Memory....................................................... 69
REMOTE CONTROL FEATURES ...................70
Control area ............................................................. 70
Setting remote control codes ................................... 71
Programming codes from other
remote controls (Learn)....................................... 73
Changing source names in the display window....... 75
Using the Macro feature .......................................... 76
Clearing function sets .............................................. 78
Clearing individual functions .................................. 79
Controlling each component.................................... 81
ZONE 2/ZONE 3...................................................82
Zone 2/Zone 3 connections...................................... 82
Controlling Zone 2/Zone 3 from the front panel ..... 83
Controlling Zone 2/Zone 3 using
the remote control................................................ 84
FRONT PANEL DISPLAY MENUS ..................86
Advanced setup menu.............................................. 86
Front panel display system options menu................ 87
USING i.LINK.......................................................91
What is i.LINK? ...................................................... 91
Connecting i.LINK components.............................. 91
Basic i.LINK operations .......................................... 92
Changing i.LINK Select parameters........................ 92
i.LINK display messages......................................... 94
USING HDMI........................................................95
What is HDMI? ....................................................... 95
Connecting HDMI components............................... 96
Basic HDMI operations........................................... 97
Changing HDMI parameters.................................... 97
EDITING SOUND FIELD PARAMETERS ......99
What is a sound field? ............................................. 99
Changing parameter settings ................................... 99
SOUND FIELD PARAMETER
DESCRIPTIONS.............................................100
TROUBLESHOOTING .....................................105
GLOSSARY.........................................................110
Audio formats........................................................ 110
Sound field programs............................................. 111
Audio information ................................................. 111
Video signal information....................................... 113
PARAMETRIC EQUALIZER
INFORMATION.............................................114
SPECIFICATIONS.............................................115
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
PREPARATION
BASIC OPERATION
SOUND FIELD PROGRAMS
ADVANCED OPERATION
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

FEATURES
2
Built-in 7-channel power amplifier
◆ Minimum RMS Output Power
(0.04% THD, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 8 Ω)
Front: 130 W + 130 W
Center: 130 W
Surround: 130 W + 130 W
Surround Back: 130 W + 130 W
Sound field features
◆ Proprietary YAMAHA technology for the creation of
sound fields
◆ THX Select2
◆ SRS CS (U.S.A. model only)
◆ Dolby Digital/Dolby Digital EX decoder
◆ DTS/DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, Discrete 6.1,
DTS Neo:6 decoder, DTS 96/24
◆ Dolby Pro Logic/Dolby Pro Logic /
Dolby Pro Logic x decoder
◆ Virtual CINEMA DSP
◆ SILENT CINEMA™
Sophisticated AM/FM tuner
◆ 40-station random access preset tuning
◆ Automatic preset tuning
◆ Preset station shifting capability (preset editing)
◆ HD Radio™ digital broadcast reception capability
Other features
◆ YPAO: YAMAHA Parametric Room Acoustic
Optimizer for automatic speaker setup
◆ 192-kHz/24-bit D/A converter
◆ GUI (graphical user interface) menus that allow you to
optimize this unit to suit your individual audio/video
system
◆ 6 or 8-channel additional input jacks for discrete
multi-channel input
◆ Short message function
◆ PURE DIRECT for pure fidelity sound with analog,
DSD, PCM and multi-channel PCM sources
◆ S-video signal input/output capability
◆ Component video input/output capability
◆ Video signal conversion (composite video ↔
S-video → component video) capability for monitor
out
◆ i.LINK interface for direct digital transfer of digital
audio signals
◆ HDMI interface for standard, enhanced or
high-definition video as well as multi-channel digital
audio
◆ Optical and coaxial digital audio signal jacks
◆ Sleep timer
◆ Cinema and music night listening mode
◆ Remote control with preset remote control codes and
learning/macro capability
◆ Zone 2/Zone 3 custom installation facility
◆ Zone 2/Zone 3 remote control for controlling
Zone 2/Zone 3 components connected to this unit
• y indicates a tip for your operation.
• Some operations can be performed by using either the buttons on the main unit or on the remote control. In cases when the button
names differ between the main unit and the remote control, the button name on the remote control is given in parentheses.
• This manual is printed prior to production. Design and specifications are subject to change in part as a result of improvements, etc.
In case of differences between the manual and product, the product has priority.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Surround EX”, and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
“DTS”, “DTS-ES”, “Neo:6” and “DTS 96/24” are trademarks of
Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
“HDMI”, the “HDMI” logo and “High-Definition Multimedia
Interface” are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC.
HD Radio™ technology manufactured under license from
iBiquity Digital Corporation. “iBiquity Digital” and the “HD
Radio” and “HD” symbols are registered trademarks of iBiquity
Digital Corporation. U.S. and Foreign Patents.
“i.LINK” and the “i.LINK” logo are trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
“SILENT CINEMA” is a trademark of YAMAHA
CORPORATION.
Circle Surround , Dialog Clarity, TruBass, SRS and the
symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc.
Circle Surround , Dialog Clarity and TruBass technologies are
incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.
The THX logo is a trademark of THX Ltd. which may be
registered in some jurisdictions. All rights reserved.
FEATURES

GETTING STARTED
3
INTRODUCTION
Please check that you received all of the following parts.
GETTING STARTED
Supplied accessories
CLEARLEARN RE–NAME
EXIT
MENU
REC
DISC SKIP
EFFECT
RETURN DISPLAY
STRAIGHT
BAND PRG SELECT
A/B/C/D/E
NIGHT
AUDIO
PURE DIRECT
ENTER
TOP
TITLE
SELECT
DTV DVR/VCR2VCR 1 DVD
V-AUX CBL/SAT MD/TAPE CD-R
PHONO TUNER CD MULTI CH IN
1 2 B
THX STANDARD SELECT EXTD SUR.
STEREO MUSIC ENTERTAIN MOVIE
VOL
+
–
3 421
9 0 +10 ENT.
5 6 7 8
POWER POWER POWER
SYSTEM
STANDBY
AVTV
SLEEPAUDIO SELECTA B
CH
+
–
TV VOL
TV MUTE TV INPUT MUTE
+
–
AMP
SOURCE
TV
MACROONOFF
A SPEAKERSMEMORY
PRESET
TUNER CD CD-R
POWER
STANDBY
DTV CBL/SAT MD/TAPE
VCR 1 DVR/VCR2 DVD
+
–
MUTE
DISPLAYPRG SELECT
A/B/C/D/E
PRESET/CH VOLUME
ZONE 3ZONE 2ID2ID1
Remote control
Batteries (4)
(AAA, LR03)
Zone 2/Zone 3
remote control
Batteries (2)
(AAA, R03)
AM loop antenna
(Canada, Asia,
General, China, Korea,
Australia, U.K. and
Europe models)
Optimizer microphone 75-ohm/300-ohm antenna
adapter (U.K. model only)
Speaker terminal
wrench
Power cable
Indoor FM antenna
(Australia, U.K. and
Europe models)
Indoor FM antenna
(U.S.A., Canada, Asia,
General, China and
Korea models)
AM loop antenna
(U.S.A. model)

GETTING STARTED
4
Notes on batteries
• Change all of the batteries if you notice conditions such as the operation range of the remote control decreases, the indicator does not
flash, or its light or display window become dim.
• Do not use old batteries together with new ones.
• Do not use different types of batteries (such as alkaline and manganese batteries) together. Read the packaging carefully as these
different types of batteries may have the same shape and color.
• If the batteries have leaked, dispose of them immediately. Avoid touching the leaked material or letting it come into contact with
clothing, etc. Clean the battery compartment thoroughly before installing new batteries.
• Do not throw away batteries with general house waste; dispose of them correctly in accordance with your local regulations.
■ Remote control
1 Press the part and slide the battery
compartment cover off.
2 Insert four supplied batteries (AAA, LR03)
according to the polarity markings on the
inside of the battery compartment.
3 Slide the cover back until it snaps into place.
■ Zone 2/Zone 3 remote control
1 Press the part and slide the battery
compartment cover off.
2 Insert two supplied batteries (AAA, R03)
according to the polarity markings (+ and –)
on the inside of the battery compartment.
3 Slide the cover back until it snaps into place.
Installing batteries in the remote controls
If the remote control is without batteries for more than
2 minutes, or if exhausted batteries remain in the
remote control, the contents of the memory may be
cleared. When the memory is cleared, insert new
batteries, set up the remote control code and program
any acquired functions that may have been cleared.
1
3
2 1
3
2

CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
5
INTRODUCTION
1 STANDBY/ON
Turns on the main unit only or sets it to the standby mode.
When you turn on the main unit, there will be a 6 to 7
second delay before the main unit can reproduce sound.
• In the standby mode, this unit consumes a small amount of
power in order to receive infrared-signals from the remote
control.
• You can turn on the main unit, Zone 2 and Zone 3 or set them to
the standby mode simultaneously using the remote control.
For details, see page 85.
2 INPUT selector
Selects the input source you want to listen to or watch.
3 AUDIO SELECT
Toggles the priority for the type of audio input jack
(AUTO, i.LINK, HDMI, COAX/OPT, ANALOG) when
one component is connected to two or more input jacks on
this unit (see page 40).
4 MULTI CH INPUT
Selects the source connected to the MULTI CH INPUT
jacks. When selected, the MULTI CH INPUT source takes
priority over the source selected with the INPUT selector
(or the input selector buttons on the remote control).
5 A/B/C/D/E
Selects one of the 5 preset station groups (A to E) when
the unit is in the tuner mode (see page 44).
6 PRESET/TUNING l / h
Selects preset station number 1 to 8 when the unit is in the
tuner mode and the colon (:) is displayed next to the band
indication in the front panel display.
Selects the tuning frequency when the unit is in the tuner
mode and the colon (:) is not displayed.
See pages 41 to 44 for details.
7 Front panel display
Shows information about the operational status of this
unit.
8 PRESET/TUNING (EDIT)
Switches the function of PRESET/TUNING l / h
between selecting preset station numbers and tuning when
the unit is in the tuner mode (see pages 41 to 44).
9 FM/AM
Switches the reception band (FM or AM) when the unit is
in the tuner mode (see page 41).
0 MEMORY (MAN’L/AUTO FM)
Stores a station in the memory when the unit is in the tuner
mode. Hold down this button for more than 3 seconds to
start automatic preset tuning (see pages 42 to 43).
A TUNING MODE (AUTO/MAN’L)
Switches the tuning mode between automatic (“AUTO”
indicator on) and manual (“AUTO” indicator off) when
the unit is in the tuner mode.
Front panel
A
SPEAKERS
B
MULTI CH
INPUT
AUDIO
SELECT
TONE
CONTROLSTRAIGHT
PRESET/
TUNING
EDIT MAN'L/AUTO FM AUTO/MAN'L EFFECT
TUNING
MODEMEMORY
MAIN ZONE 2
ZONE ON/OFF
ZONE 3
ZONE CONTROL
FM/AMA/B/C/D/E
SOURCE/
REMOTE
REC OUT/ZONE 2
SILENT CINEMA S VIDEO VIDEO L
VIDEO/AUX
AUDIO R OPTICAL
PHONES
PRESET/
TUNING
OPTIMIZER
MIC
VOLUME
PROGRAM
INPUT
PURE DIRECT
STANDBY
/ON
MD/TAPEDVD
DTV
CBL/SAT
VCR 1
CD-R
TUNER
CD
DVR/
VCR 2
F I M NLKJHG
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 A B D EC
Notes

6
B STRAIGHT/EFFECT
Switches the sound fields off or on. When STRAIGHT is
selected, input signals (2-channel or multi-channel) are
output directly from their respective speakers without
effect processing.
C Remote control sensor
Receives signals from the remote controls.
D TONE CONTROL
Use to adjust the bass/treble balance for the front left/right
and center channels (see page 35).
E PURE DIRECT
Turns on or off the PURE DIRECT mode. Lights up when
turned on (see page 38).
F REC OUT/ZONE 2
Selects the source you want to direct to the audio/video
recorder and ZONE 2 outputs independently of the source
you are listening to or watching in the main room. When
set to the SOURCE/REMOTE position, the input source is
directed to all outputs. The source in Zone 2 and the
source you record are always identical.
G OPTIMIZER MIC jack
Use to connect and input audio signals from the supplied
microphone for use with the AUTO SETUP function
(see page 27).
H SPEAKERS A/B
Turn on or off the set of front speakers connected to the
A and/or B terminals on the rear panel each time the
corresponding button is pressed.
I PHONES (SILENT CINEMA) jack
Outputs audio signals for private listening with
headphones. When you connect headphones, no signals
are output at the PRE OUT jacks or to the speakers.
All Dolby Digital and DTS audio signals are mixed down
to the front left and right channels.
J VIDEO AUX jacks
Input audio and video signals from an external source
such as a game console. To reproduce source signals at
these jacks, select V-AUX as the input source.
K ZONE ON/OFF
MAIN
Turns on the power of the main unit or sets it to the
standby mode (see page 83).
ZONE 2
Turns on the power of Zone 2 or sets it to the standby
mode (see page 83).
ZONE 3
Turns on the power of Zone 3 or sets it to the standby
mode (see page 83).
L ZONE CONTROL
Press to control the input or adjust the volume level for the
currently selected zone (the main unit, Zone 2 or Zone 3)
(see page 83). After you press ZONE CONTROL, the
indicator for the currently selected zone flashes in the
front panel display for approximately 5 seconds. While the
indicator is flashing, perform the desired operation.
M PROGRAM selector
Use to select sound field programs or adjust bass/treble
balance (in conjunction with TONE CONTROL).
N VOLUME
Controls the output level of all audio channels.
This does not affect the REC OUT level.
■ Opening and closing the front panel
door
When you want to use the controls behind the front panel
door, open the door by gently pressing on the lower part of
the panel. Keep the door closed when not using these
controls.
To open, press gently on the lower part of the panel.

7
INTRODUCTION
This section describes the function of each control on the
remote control used to control this unit. To operate other
components, see “REMOTE CONTROL FEATURES” on
page 70. Set AMP/SOURCE/TV to AMP to operate this
unit.
1 Infrared window
Outputs infrared control signals. Aim this window at the
component you want to operate.
2 Transmission indicator
Flashes while the remote control is sending signals.
3 Input selector buttons
Select the input source and change the control area.
Set AMP/SOURCE/TV to SOURCE, then press TUNER
to select the TUNER mode.
4 Display window
Shows the name of the selected source component that
you can control.
5 LIGHT button
Press to light up remote control buttons and display
window.
6 TOP, BAND
Displays the top screen in the graphical user interface
(GUI) menu on your video monitor when
AMP/SOURCE/TV is set to AMP.
Switches the reception band (FM or AM) when
AMP/SOURCE/TV is set to SOURCE and the unit is in
the tuner mode.
7 Cursor buttons k / n / l / h / ENTER
Use to select and adjust DSP program parameters or GUI
menu items when AMP/SOURCE/TV is set to AMP.
Press l / h to select a preset station group (A to E) when
the tuner mode.
Press k / n to select a preset station number (1 to 8) when
the tuner mode.
8 RETURN
Returns to the upper directory when in the front panel
display menu mode.
9 Sound field program / numeric buttons
Use to select sound field programs or input numbers when
Use numbers 1 through 8 to select preset stations when
the tuner mode.
Use SELECT to play back 2-channel sources in
multi-channel format (see page 37).
Use EXTD SUR. to switch between 5.1 or 6.1/7.1 channel
playback of multi-channel software (see page 36).
0 MEMORY 1/2
Use to recall favorite sound field programs, YPAO
settings or additional preset stations (see page 69).
A MACRO ON/OFF
Turns the macro function on and off.
Remote control
EXIT
MENU
REC
DISC SKIP
EFFECT
RETURN DISPLAY
STRAIGHT
BAND PRG SELECT
A/B/C/D/E
NIGHT
AUDIO
PURE DIRECT
ENTER
TOP
TITLE
SELECT
1 2 B
VOL
+
–
3 421
9 0 +10 ENT.
5 6 7 8
POWER POWER POWER
SYSTEM
STANDBY
AVTV
CH
+
–
TV VOL
+
–
AMP
SOURCE
TV
MACROONOFF
A SPEAKERSMEMORY
PRESET
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S
t
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
A
B

8
B MACRO
Use to program a series of operations for control by a
single button (see page 76).
C STANDBY
Sets this unit in the standby mode.
D SYSTEM POWER
Turns on the power of this unit.
E AUDIO SELECT
Toggles the priority for the type of audio input jack
(AUTO, i.LINK, HDMI, COAX/OPT, ANALOG) when
one component is connected to two or more input jacks on
this unit (see page 40).
F SLEEP
Sets the sleep timer.
G MULTI CH IN
Selects MULTI CH INPUT when using an external
decoder (etc.).
H SELECT k / n
Selects another component that you can control
independently of the input component selected with the
input selector buttons.
I VOL +/–
Increases or decreases the volume level.
J AMP/SOURCE/TV
Selects the component you want to control with the
remote control.
AMP: Set to this position to operate this unit.
SOURCE: Set to this position to operate the component
selected with an input selector button.
TV: Set to this position to operate the television.
To set the remote control codes for components, see
page 71.
K MUTE
Mutes the sound. Press again to restore the audio output to
the previous volume level.
L PURE DIRECT
Turns on or off PURE DIRECT mode (see page 38).
M EXIT, PRG SELECT
Use to exit the graphical user interface (GUI) mode when
(U.S.A. model only)
Selects the HD Radio audio program when
the tuner mode (see page 46).
N NIGHT
Turns on or off the night listening modes (see page 38).
O DISPLAY
Use to enter into the front panel display menu mode when
(U.S.A. model only)
Toggles between HD Radio information displays when
P STRAIGHT/EFFECT
Switches the sound fields off or on. When STRAIGHT is
selected, input signals (2-channel or multi-channel) are
output directly from their respective speakers without
effect processing.
Q SPEAKERS A/B
Use to turn on or off the set of front speakers connected to
the A and/or B terminals on the rear panel when
AMP/SOURCE/TV is set to AMP, then the corresponding
button is pressed each time.
R RE-NAME
Used to change the input source name in the display
window (see page 75).
S CLEAR
Used to clear functions acquired when using the learn,
macro and rename features, or setting remote control
codes (see page 78).
T LEARN
Used to set up the remote control code or program
functions from other remote controls (see page 73).

9
INTRODUCTION
This section describes the controls and functions of the
Zone 2/Zone 3 remote control. Use the Zone 2/Zone 3
remote control to control components connected to this
unit in Zone 2 (the second room) or Zone 3 (the third
room).
1 Infrared window
Outputs infrared control signals. Aim this window at the
component you want to operate.
2 POWER
Turns on the power of this unit.
3 STANDBY
Sets this unit in the standby mode.
4 Input selector buttons
Select the input source and change the control area.
5 PRESET/CH k / n
Press k / n to select a preset station number (1 to 8) when
the unit is in tuner mode.
6 VOLUME +/–
Increases or decreases the volume level.
7 MUTE
Mutes the sound. The MUTE indicator turns on when the
MUTE function is on. Press again to restore the audio
output to the previous volume level.
8 A/B/C/D/E
Press repeatedly to select a preset station group (A to E)
when the unit is in tuner mode.
9 DISPLAY
Use to enter into the front panel display menu mode.
(U.S.A. model only)
Toggles between HD Radio information displays when the
unit is in the tuner mode (see page 46).
0 PRG SELECT
(U.S.A. model only)
Selects the HD Radio audio program when the unit is in
A ID1/ID2
Slide to set the remote control AMP/tuner ID for this unit
(see page 72).
B ZONE 2/ZONE 3
Slide to set the operation of this unit to Zone 2 or Zone 3
(see page 82).
The remote controls transmit a directional infrared ray.
Be sure to aim the remote controls directly at the remote
control sensor on the main unit during operation.
■ Handling the remote controls
• Do not spill water or other liquids on the remote
controls.
• Do not drop the remote controls.
• Do not leave or store the remote controls in the
following types of conditions:
– places of high humidity, such as near a bath
– places of high temperatures, such as near a heater or
stove
– extremely low temperatures
– dusty places
Zone 2/Zone 3 remote control
TUNER CD CD-R
POWER
STANDBY
DTV CBL/SAT MD/TAPE
VCR 1 DVR/VCR2 DVD
+
–
MUTE
DISPLAYPRG SELECT
A/B/C/D/E
PRESET/CH VOLUME
ZONE 3ZONE 2ID2ID1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
9
A
B
8
0
Using the remote controls
A
SPEAKERS
B
MULTI CH
INPUT
AUDIO
SELECT
TONE
CONTROLSTRAIGHT
PRESET/
TUNING
TUNING
MODEMEMORY
MAIN ZONE 2
ZONE ON/OFF
ZONE 3
ZONE CONTROL
FM/AMA/B/C/D/E
SOURCE/
REMOTE
REC OUT/ZONE 2
VIDEO/AUX
AUDIO R OPTICAL
PHONES
PRESET/
TUNING
OPTIMIZER
MIC
VOLUME
PROGRAM
INPUT
PURE DIRECT
STANDBY
/ON
MD/TAPEDVD
DTV
CBL/SAT
VCR 1
CD-R
TUNER
CD
DVR/
VCR2
3030
TUNER CD CD-R
POWER
STANDBY
DTV CBL/SAT MD/TAPE
VCR 1 DVR/VCR2 DVD
+
–
MUTE
DISPLAYPRG SELECT
A/B/C/D/E
PRESET/CH VOLUME
ZONE 3ZONE 2ID2ID1
EXIT
MENU
REC
DISC SKIP
EFFECT
RETURN DISPLAY
STRAIGHT
BAND PRG SELECT
A/B/C/D/E
NIGHT
AUDIO
PURE DIRECT
ENTER
TOP
TITLE
SELECT
1 2 B
VOL
+
–
3 421
9 0 +10 ENT.
5 6 7 8
POWER POWER POWER
SYSTEM
STANDBY
AVTV
CH
+
–
TV VOL
+
–
AMP
SOURCE
TV
MACROONOFF
A SPEAKERSMEMORY
PRESET
Approximately 6 m (20 ft)

10
1 i.LINK indicator
Lights up when an i.LINK component is connected, and
this unit is playing back signals input via i.LINK
connections.
Flashes when an i.LINK component is connected, but this
unit is playing back signals input via connections other
than i.LINK or no signals are being input via i.LINK
connections.
Turns off when no i.LINK component is connected.
See page 94 for details.
2 HDMI indicator
Lights up when an HDMI component is connected, and
this unit is playing back audio signals input via HDMI
connections.
Flashes when an HDMI component is connected, but this
unit is playing back audio signals input via connections
other than HDMI or no audio signals are being input via
HDMI connections.
Turns off when no HDMI component is connected.
3 NIGHT indicator
Lights up when you select night listening mode.
4 VIRTUAL indicator
Lights up when Virtual CINEMA DSP is active
(see page 39).
5 Sound field indicators
Light to indicate the active DSP sound fields.
6 Input source indicators
A cursor lights to show the current input source.
7 CINEMA DSP indicator
Lights up when you select a CINEMA DSP sound field
program.
8 YPAO indicator
Lights up during the auto setup procedure and when the
auto setup speaker settings are used without any
modifications.
9 AUTO indicator
Lights up when this unit is in the automatic tuning mode.
0 STEREO indicator
Lights up when this unit is receiving a stereo signal for an
FM stereo broadcast while the AUTO indicator is lit.
A HD Radio indicator
(U.S.A. model only)
Lights up when this unit is tuned into the HD Radio
reception band.
B VOLUME level indicator
Indicates the volume level.
C Decoder indicators
When any of this unit’s decoders function, the respective
indicator lights up.
D DSD indicator
Lights up when this unit is reproducing DSD (direct
stream digital) digital audio signals.
E PCM indicator
Lights up when this unit is reproducing PCM (pulse code
modulation) digital audio signals.
F SLEEP indicator
Lights up while the sleep timer is on.
G ZONE 2/ZONE 3 indicators
Light up when Zone 2 or Zone 3 power is on.
H THX indicator
Lights up when a THX program is selected.
I STANDARD indicator
Lights up when a decoder is selected (see page 37).
J Headphones indicator
Lights up when headphones are connected.
Front panel display
96
24
MUTE VOLUME
MATRIX
DISCRETE
STANDARD
NIGHT
VIRTUAL
SLEEP
ZONE3
ZONE2
CINEMA
SILENT
HiFi DSP MEMORY TUNED
YPAO AUTO STEREO HD
A B
SP
LFE
dB
mS
ft
96/24
LL C R
SL SB SR
MULTI CH V-AUX DVR/VCR2 VCR 1 CBL/SAT DTV DVD MD/TAPE CD-R CD TUNER PHONO
dB
DIGITAL
PL PCM
DSD
THX
PL
EX PL x
CS
1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 A B
C D EF HIJ K L M N O P QRS Ut
2
G
Presence DSP sound field
Listening position
Left surround
DSP sound field
Right surround
DSP sound field
Surround/surround back DSP sound field

11
INTRODUCTION
K SP A B indicators
Light up according to the set of front speakers selected.
Both indicators light up when both sets of speakers are
selected, or when bi-wiring.
L SILENT CINEMA indicator
Lights up when headphones are connected and a sound
field program is selected (see page 36).
M Multi-information display
Shows the current sound field program name and other
information when adjusting or changing settings.
N HiFi DSP indicator
Lights up when you select a HiFi DSP sound field
program.
O MEMORY indicator
Flashes to show a station can be stored.
P TUNED indicator
Lights up when this unit is tuned into a station.
Q MUTE indicator
Flashes while the MUTE function is on.
R 96/24 indicator
Lights up when a DTS 96/24 signal is input to this unit.
S LFE indicator
Lights up when the input signal contains an LFE signal.
T Input channel indicators
Indicate the channel components of current digital input
signal.
U Presence and surround back speaker
indicators
Indicate the connection of presence and/or surround back
speakers when using the Auto Setup setting (page 27) or
Speaker Level setting (page 65).

12
1 DIGITAL OUTPUT jacks
2 i.LINK connectors
See page 91 for connection information.
3 Antenna terminals
4 Video component jacks
See pages 19 and 21 for connection information.
5 Audio component jacks
6 Speaker terminal wrench hook
Use to store the speaker terminal wrench when not in use.
7 RS-232C terminal
This is a control expansion terminal for factory use only.
Consult you dealer for details.
8 REMOTE 1/2 IN/OUT jacks
9 CONTROL OUT jacks
These are control expansion terminals for factory use only.
0 AC OUTLETS
Use to supply power to your other A/V components
(see page 25).
A AC INLET
Use this inlet to plug in the supplied power cable
(see page 25).
B DIGITAL INPUT jacks
See pages 19, 21 and 22 for details.
C HDMI IN/OUT connectors
D ZONE 2/ZONE 3 OUTPUT jacks
E MULTI CH INPUT jacks
F PRE OUT jacks
G Speaker terminals
H PRESENCE/ZONE 2 speaker terminals
Rear panel
GND
SPEAKERS
FRONT
SURROUND
FRONT
CENTER
PRE OUT
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND BACK/PRESENCE
SURROUNDCLASS 2 WIRING
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
SURROUND BACK SINGLE
CENTER
SINGLE
(SB)
R L
RR
R
LL
LR L
R L
R L
R L
R L
MONITOR
OUT
AUDIOVIDEO
S VIDEO
DVD
DTV
CBL/
SAT
VIDEO
IN
OUT
OUT
DVR/VCR 2
VCR 1
ZONE 2
IN
CENTERSUBWOOFER
MULTI CH INPUTOUTPUT
AUDIO
(PLAY)
IN
(PLAY)
IN
OUT
(REC)
OUT
(REC)
CD-R
MD/TAPE
CD
PHONO
SURROUND
TUNER
HDMI
(AUDIO)
S400
IN 1
IN 2
OUT
75Ω
UNBAL.
AM
ANT
GND
FM
ANT
DIGITAL OUTPUT
DIGITAL INPUT
OPTICAL
MD/TAPE
CD-R
DVD
DTV
CBL/SAT
CD
CD
DVD
COAXIAL
+–
+– +–
+
+
––
–
+
+
+
+
+ –
–
–
–
A
B
RS-232C
DVR/VCR 2
CONTROL OUTREMOTE
IN IN OUT
21
OUT
1 2
COMPONENT VIDEO
PR
MONITOR
OUT
PBY
DVD
DTV
CBL/
SAT
+12V 15mA MAX.
PRESENCE/ZONE 2
ZONE 3
FRONT(6CH)/SB(8CH)
AC OUTLETS
SWITCHED
AC IN
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 A
B C D E F G H
(U.S.A. model)

SPEAKER SETUP
13
PREPARATION
+
The speaker layout below shows the standard ITU-R*
speaker setting. You can use it to enjoy CINEMA DSP,
multi-channel audio sources and THX.
* ITU-R is the radio communication sector of the ITU
(International Telecommunication Union).
Front speakers (FR and FL)
The front speakers are used for the main source sound plus
effect sounds. Place these speakers an equal distance from
the ideal listening position. The distance of each speaker
from each side of the video monitor should be the same.
Center speaker (C)
The center speaker is for the center channel sounds
(dialog, vocals, etc.). If for some reason it is not practical
to use a center speaker, you can do without it. Best results,
however, are obtained with the full system. Align the front
face of the center speaker with the front face of your video
monitor. Place the speaker centrally between the front
speakers and as close to the monitor as possible, such as
directly over or under it.
Surround speakers (SR and SL)
The surround speakers are used for effect and surround
sounds. Place these speakers behind your listening
position, facing slightly inwards, about 1.8 m (6 ft) above
the floor.
Surround back speakers (SBR and SBL)
The surround back speakers supplement the surround
speakers and provide for more realistic front-to-back
transitions. Place these speakers directly behind the
listening position and at the same height as the surround
speakers. They should be positioned at least 30 cm (12 in)
apart. Ideally, they should be positioned at the same width
as the front speakers.
Subwoofer
The use of a subwoofer, such as the YAMAHA Active
Servo Processing Subwoofer System, is effective not only
for reinforcing bass frequencies from any or all channels,
but also for high fidelity reproduction of the LFE (low-
frequency effect) channel included in Dolby Digital and
DTS software. The position of the subwoofer is not so
critical, because low bass sounds are not highly
directional. But it is better to place the subwoofer near the
front speakers. Turn it slightly toward the center of the
room to reduce wall reflections.
Presence speakers (PR and PL)
Presence speakers supplement the sound from the front
speakers with extra ambient effects produced by CINEMA
DSP (see page 48). These effects include sounds that
filmmakers intend to locate a little farther back behind the
screen in order to create more theater-like ambience. Place
these speakers at the front of the room about 0.5 – 1 m
(1 – 3 ft) outside the front speakers, facing slightly
inwards, and about 1.8 m (6 ft) above the floor.
Surround back and presence speakers do not output sound
simultaneously. You can set to prioritize either set of speakers in
the Sound menu (see page 61).
SPEAKER SETUP
Speaker placement
More than 30 cm (12 in)
60˚
30˚
PL PR
SBRSBL
FL FR
C
SL
SR
SR80˚
SL
1.8 m (6 ft)
1.8 m (6 ft)
Note

14
SPEAKER SETUP
■ Di-pole speaker layout
Either di-pole or direct radiating speaker types can be used
for THX surround. If you choose di-pole speakers, please
place the surround and surround back speakers according
to the speaker layout below.
FL
SRSL
FRC
SBRSBL
30˚ 30˚
: Di-pole speaker
: Direction of di-pole speaker

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SPEAKER SETUP
PREPARATION
Be sure to connect the left channel (L), right channel (R),
“+” (red) and “–” (black) properly. If the connections are
faulty, no sound will be heard from the speakers, and if the
polarity of the speaker connections is incorrect, the sound
will be unnatural and lack bass.
• If you will use 6 ohm speakers, be sure to set
this unit’s speaker impedance setting to
6 ohms before using (see page 26). If you will
use 8 ohm speakers, use this unit’s initial
setting for speaker impedance.
• Before connecting the speakers, make sure that this
unit is disconnected from the power source.
• Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other or
do not let them touch any metal part of this unit. This
could damage this unit and/or speakers.
• Use magnetically shielded speakers. If this type of
speaker still creates interference with the monitor,
place the speakers away from the monitor.
A speaker cord is actually a pair of insulated cables
running side by side. One cable is colored or shaped
differently, perhaps with a stripe, groove or ridges.
Connect the striped (grooved, etc.) cable to the “+” (red)
terminals on this unit and your speaker. Connect the plain
cable to the “–” (black) terminals.
1 Remove approximately 10 mm (3/8 in) of
insulation from each of the speaker cables.
2 Twist the exposed wires of the cable together
to prevent short circuits.
3 Loosen the knob.
The supplied speaker terminal wrench is useful for
loosening or tightening knobs.
4 Insert one bare wire into the hole in the side
of each terminal.
5 Tighten the knob to secure the wire.
■ Connecting to PRESENCE/ZONE 2 or
PRESENCE speaker terminals
1 Open the tab.
2 Insert one bare wire into the hole of each
terminal.
3 Return the tab to secure the wire.
■ Banana plug connections
(With the exception of U.K., Europe and Asia models)
First, tighten the knob and then insert the banana plug
connector into the end of the corresponding terminal.
y
You can also use banana plugs with the PRESENCE/ZONE 2 and
PRESENCE speaker terminals. Open the tab, then insert one
banana plug connector into the hole of each terminal. Do not
attempt to close the tabs after connecting the banana plugs.
Speaker connections
CAUTION
10 mm (3/8 in)
1 2
Red: positive (+)
Black: negative (–)
5
4
3
Speaker terminal wrench
2
1 3
Banana plug
(With the exception of U.K., Europe
and Asia models)

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SPEAKER SETUP
SPEAKERS
FRONT
SURROUND
FRONT
CENTER
PRE OUT
SUBWOOFER
SURROUNDCLASS 2 WIRING
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
SURROUND BACK SINGLE
CENTER
SINGLE
(SB)
R L
RR LL
R L
R L
R L
R L
+–
+– +–
+
+
––
–
+
+
+
+
+ –
–
–
–
A
B
PRESENCE/ZONE 2
2 31
7 8 65 109
4
Center
speaker
Front speakers (A)
Surround back speakers
LeftRight
LeftRight LeftRight
Surround speakers
Front
speakers
(B)
1
2
3
4
5
6
9
10
8
7
Speaker layout
(U.S.A. model)
LeftRight
Presence speakers
• You can connect both surround back and presence speakers to this unit, but they do not output sound simultaneously.You can set
to prioritize either set of speakers in the Sound menu (see page 61).
• The surround back speakers output the surround back channel included in Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES software and only
operate when the Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES or Dolby Pro Logic x decoder is turned on.
• The presence speakers output ambient effects created by the DSP sound fields. They do not output sound when other sound fields
are selected.
Subwoofer with
built-in amplifier

17
SPEAKER SETUP
PREPARATION
■ FRONT terminals
Connect one or two speaker systems to these terminals.
If you use only one speaker system, connect it to either of
the FRONT A or B terminals.
The Canada model cannot output to two separate speaker systems
simultaneously.
Bi-wired connection
The unit also allows you to make bi-wired connections to
one speaker system. Use two pairs of speaker cables for
each speaker (one pair for the woofer and one pair for the
tweeter/mid-range). To use the bi-wired connections, press
SPEAKERS A and SPEAKERS B on the front panel so
that both SP A and B light up on the front panel display.
■ CENTER terminals
Connect a center speaker to these terminals.
■ SURROUND terminals
Connect surround speakers to these terminals.
■ SUBWOOFER jack
Connect a subwoofer with a built-in amplifier, such as the
YAMAHA Active Servo Processing Subwoofer System,
to this jack.
■ SURROUND BACK terminals
Connect surround back speakers to these terminals.
If you only connect one surround back speaker, connect it
to the left (L) terminals.
■ PRESENCE terminals
Connect presence speakers to these terminals.
You can also use these terminals to connect Zone 2 speakers
(see page 83).
Note
Note
Bi-wired connection
FRONT
R L+–
+–
+
+
–
–
A
B
This unit

CONNECTIONS
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Do not connect this unit or other components to the mains
power until all connections between components are
complete.
■ Cable indications
■ Analog jacks
You can input analog signals from audio components by
connecting audio pin cables to the analog jacks on this
unit. Connect red plugs to the right jacks and white plugs
to the left jacks.
■ Digital jacks
This unit has digital jacks for direct transmission of digital
signals through either coaxial or fiber optic cables. You
can use the digital jacks to input PCM, Dolby Digital and
DTS bitstreams. When you connect components to both
the COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks, priority is given to
signals input at the COAXIAL jack. All digital input jacks
are compatible with 96-kHz sampling digital signals.
This unit handles digital and analog signals independently. Thus
audio signals input at the analog jacks are only output at the
analog OUT (REC) jacks. Likewise audio signals input at the
digital (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jacks are only output at the
DIGITAL OUTPUT jacks.
■ Video jacks
This unit has three types of video jacks. Connection
depends on the availability of input jacks on your monitor.
The signals input at the S VIDEO jacks on this unit are
automatically converted for output at the VIDEO jacks.
When “Video Conv.” is set to “On” (see page 66), signals
input at the VIDEO jacks can be output at the S VIDEO
and COMPONENT VIDEO jacks. Likewise, signals input
at the S VIDEO jacks can also be output at the
COMPONENT VIDEO jacks.
VIDEO jack
For conventional composite video signals.
S VIDEO jack
For S-video signals, separated into luminance (Y) and
color (C) video signals to achieve high-quality color
reproduction.
COMPONENT VIDEO jacks
For component signals, separated into luminance (Y) and
color difference (PB, PR) to provide the best quality in
picture reproduction.
When signals are input at both the S VIDEO and VIDEO jacks,
signals input at the S VIDEO jack have priority.
CONNECTIONS
Before connecting components
Note
CAUTION
S
V
O
V
V
V
L
R
C
left analog cables
right analog cables
optical cables
coaxial cables
video cables
S-video cables
For analog signals
For digital signals
For video signals
Note
VIDEO S VIDEO
COMPONENT VIDEO
PR PB Y
S VIDEO
VIDEO
COMPONENT
VIDEO
Signal flow inside this unit
Only when “Video Conv.” is set to “On”
(see page 66)
Output
(MONITOR OUT)Input

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CONNECTIONS
PREPARATION
■ Connections for DVD playback
Connecting video components
R L
MONITOR
OUT
AUDIOVIDEO
S VIDEO
DVD
VIDEO
OUTPUT
DIGITAL OUTPUT
DIGITAL INPUT
OPTICAL
DVD
DVD
COAXIAL
COMPONENT VIDEO
PR
MONITOR
OUT
PBY
DVD
C O LR
DVD player
Video
monitor
(U.S.A. model)
Optical out Video out
Audio out
Video in
Coaxial out

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CONNECTIONS
■ Connecting to the MULTI CH INPUT jacks
This unit is equipped with 6 additional input jacks (left and right FRONT, CENTER, left and right SURROUND and
SUBWOOFER) for discrete multi-channel input from a multi-format player, external decoder, sound processor or
pre-amplifier.
If you set Multi CH Assign: Input Channels to 8ch (see page 57), you can use input jacks assigned as Multi CH Assign:
Front Input (page 57) together with the MULTI CH INPUT jacks to input 8 channels.
Connect the output jacks on your multi-format player or external decoder to the MULTI CH INPUT jacks. Be sure to
match the left and right outputs to the left and right input jacks for the front and surround channels.
• When you select MULTI CH INPUT as the input source, this unit automatically turns off the digital sound field processor, and you
cannot select sound field programs.
• This unit does not redirect signals input at the MULTI CH INPUT jacks to accommodate for missing speakers. We recommend that
you connect at least a 5.1-channel speaker system before using this feature.
• When headphones are used, only front L/R channels are output.
Notes
CENTERSUBWOOFER
MULTI CH INPUT
FRONT(6CH)/SB(8CH)
SURROUND
R LR L
AUDIO
DVD
DTV
CBL/
SAT
IN
OUT
DVR/VCR 2
VCR 1
IN
AUDIO
(PLAY)
IN
(PLAY)
IN
OUT
(REC)
OUT
(REC)
CD-R
MD/TAPE
CD
LRLR
L
R
FRONT(6CH)/SB(8CH)
SURROUND
LRLR
CENTERSUBWOOFER
MULTI CH INPUT
Multi-format player/
External decoder
Multi-format player/
External decoder
For 6-channel input For 8-channel input
Front
out
Surround
out
Subwoofer
out
Center
out
Front out
Surround out
Subwoofer
out
Center
out
Surround
back out

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CONNECTIONS
PREPARATION
■ Connections for other video components
■ VIDEO AUX jacks (on the front panel)
Use these jacks to connect any video source, such as a
game console or video camera, to this unit.
R L
AUDIOVIDEO
S VIDEO
CBL/
SAT
VIDEO
OUT
VCR 1
IN
DIGITAL OUTPUT
DIGITAL INPUT
OPTICAL
CBL/SAT
COAXIAL
DVR/VCR 2
COMPONENT VIDEO
PRPBY
DTV
CBL/
SAT
O LR
LR LRC
Cable TV or
satellite tuner
(U.S.A. model)
DVD recorder
or VCR
Audio out
Video out
Optical out
Audio outVideo out
Video in Audio in
Coaxial out
S VIDEO VIDEO L
VIDEO/AUX
AUDIO R OPTICAL
OVS L R
Game
console or
video cameraVideo out
S-video out
Audio out L
Audio out R
Optical out

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CONNECTIONS
■ Connections for audio components
■ Connecting a turntable
PHONO jacks are for connecting a turntable with an MM
or high-output MC cartridge. If you have a turntable with
a low-output MC cartridge, use an in-line boosting
transformer or MC-head amplifier when connecting to
these jacks.
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Connect your turntable to the GND terminal to reduce noise in
the signal. However you may hear less noise without the
connection to the GND terminal for some record players.
Connecting audio components
GND
R L
AUDIO
(PLAY)
IN
(PLAY)
IN
OUT
(REC)
OUT
(REC)
CD-R
MD/TAPE
CD
PHONO
DIGITAL OUTPUT
DIGITAL INPUT
OPTICAL
MD/TAPE
CD-R
CD
CD
COAXIAL
O LRLRLR LR
LRLR
C
O
O
CD player
MD recorder or
tape deck
(U.S.A. model)
CD recorder
Turntable
Optical out
Coaxial out
Audio in
Optical in
Optical in
Audio inAudio out
Audio out
GND
Audio out
Audio out

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CONNECTIONS
PREPARATION
■ Connecting to an external amplifier
If you want to increase the power output to the speakers,
or want to use another amplifier, connect an external
amplifier to the PRE OUT jacks as follows.
• When audio pin plugs are connected to the PRE OUT jacks for
output to an external amplifier, it is not necessary to use the
corresponding SPEAKERS terminals. Set the volume of the
external amplifier connected to this unit to the maximum.
• The signal output at the FRONT PRE OUT and CENTER PRE
OUT jacks are affected by the TONE CONTROL settings.
• If SPEAKERS A is turned off and Multi Zone: Speaker B is set
to “Zone B” (see page 67), signals will only be output at the
FRONT PRE OUT jacks.
1 FRONT PRE OUT jacks
Front channel line output jacks.
2 SURROUND PRE OUT jacks
Surround channel line output jacks.
3 SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack
Connect a subwoofer with built-in amplifier, such as the
YAMAHA Active Servo Processing Subwoofer System,
to this jack.
4 SURROUND BACK/PRESENCE PRE OUT
jacks
Surround back or presence channel line output jacks. If
you only connect one external amplifier for the surround
back channel, connect it to the left (L) jack.
5 CENTER PRE OUT jack
Center channel line output jack.
• Each PRE OUT jack outputs the same channel signal as the
corresponding speaker terminals. However, when both surround
back and presence speakers are setup in this unit, the signals
output at SURROUND BACK/PRESENCE PRE OUT jacks
may not correspond to the correct speakers.
• Adjust the volume level of the subwoofer with the control on
the subwoofer.
• Some signals may not be output at the SUBWOOFER PRE
OUT jack depending on the Speaker Set settings (see page 62).
■ Connecting i.LINK components
If you have a component with an i.LINK connector, you
can enjoy digital audio from CD, DVD, Super Audio CD
and DVD-A discs.
For details on i.LINK, see “USING i.LINK” on page 91.
An i.LINK cable shorter than 3.5 m is recommended.
■ Connecting HDMI components
This unit has the HDMI IN 1 and HDMI IN 2 jacks for
signal input as well as the HDMI OUT jack for signal
output. Connect the HDMI IN 1 or HDMI IN 2 jack of this
unit to the HDMI OUT jack of other HDMI-compatible
components (such as a DVD player). Connect the HDMI
OUT jack of this unit to the HDMI IN jack of other
HDMI-compatible components (such as TV and a
projector).
For details on HDMI, see “USING HDMI” on page 95.
An HDMI cable shorter than 5 m with the HDMI logo printed on
it is recommended.
Notes
Notes
FRONT
SURROUND
PRE OUT
SUBWOOFER
CENTER
SINGLE
(SB)
R L
R L
R L
1
2
3
4
5
Note
Note
DIGITAL OUTPUT
OPTICAL
(AUDIO)
S400
i.LINK component
DIGITAL INPUT
CBL/SAT
COAXIAL
DVR/VCR 2
D
C
S
HDMI
IN 1
IN 2
OUT
DVD Player
Video monitor
HDMI OUT
DVD Player
HDMI OUT
HDMI IN

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CONNECTIONS
Both AM and FM indoor antennas are included with this
unit. In general, these antennas should provide sufficient
signal strength. Connect each antenna correctly to the
designated terminals.
■ Connecting the AM loop antenna
1 Set up the AM loop antenna.
2 Press and hold the tab to insert the AM loop
antenna lead wires into the AM ANT and GND
terminals.
3 Orient the AM loop antenna for the best
reception.
• The AM loop antenna should be placed away from this unit.
• The AM loop antenna should always be connected, even if an
outdoor AM antenna is connected to this unit.
• A property installed outdoor antenna provides clearer reception
than an indoor one. If you experience poor reception quality, an
outdoor antenna may improve the quality. Consult the nearest
authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center about outdoor
antennas.
■ 75-ohm/300-ohm antenna adapter
(U.K. model only)
1 Open the cover of the
included 75-ohm/300-ohm
antenna adapter.
2 Cut the external sleeve
of the 75-ohm coaxial
cable and prepare it for
connection.
3 Cut the lead wire and
remove it.
4 Insert the cable
wire into the slot,
and clamp it with
pliers.
5 Snap the cover into place.
Connecting the antennas
TUNER
75Ω
UNBAL.
AM
ANT
GND
FM
ANT
AM loop antenna
(included)
Ground (GND terminal)
For maximum safety and minimum interference,
connect the antenna GND terminal to a good earth
ground. A good earth ground is a metal stake driven
into moist earth.
Indoor FM antenna
(included)
(U.S.A. model)
Notes
11 (7/16)
8 (5/16)
6 (1/14)
Unit:
mm (in)
Lead wire
ClampClamp
Insert the wire
into the slot

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CONNECTIONS
PREPARATION
■ Connecting the AC power cable
Plug the power cable into the AC inlet after all other
connections are complete, then plug the power cable to an
AC wall outlet.
Do not use other AC power cables. Use the provided
cable. Use of other power cables may result in fire hazard
or electrical shock.
■ AC OUTLET(S) (SWITCHED)
U.K. and Australia models..................................... 1 outlet
Korea model...............................................................None
Other models.........................................................2 outlets
Use these outlets to connect the power cables from your
other components to this unit. Power to the AC
OUTLET(S) is controlled by this unit’s STANDBY/ON
(or SYSTEM POWER and STANDBY). These outlets
will supply power to any connected component whenever
this unit is turned on. The maximum power (total power
consumption of components) that can be connected to the
AC OUTLET(S) is:
Asia and General models .......................................... 50 W
Other models ...........................................................100 W
■ VOLTAGE SELECTOR
(Asia and General models only)
The VOLTAGE SELECTOR on the rear panel of this unit
must be set for your local main voltage BEFORE plugging
into the AC main supply. Voltages are:
General model.......AC 110/120/220/230–240 V, 50/60 Hz
Asia model ...........................AC 220/230–240V, 50/60 Hz
■ Memory back-up
The memory back-up circuit prevents the stored data from
being lost even if this unit is in the standby mode.
However if the power cable is disconnected from the AC
wall outlet, or the power supply is cut for more than one
week, the stored data will be lost.
Connecting the power cable
AC OUTLETS
SWITCHED
AC IN
(U.S.A. model)
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
(Asia and General models)
CAUTION

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CONNECTIONS
Follow the procedure below to change the impedance
setting for all speakers.
If you are using 6 ohm speakers, set the impedance to
6 ohms before using this unit.
Be sure this unit is in the standby mode.
1 On the front panel, while holding down
STRAIGHT/EFFECT, press STANDBY/ON.
“SP IMP.–8ΩMIN” appears on the front panel
display.
2 Press STRAIGHT/EFFECT to select the
impedance of your speakers.
If you are using 6 ohm speakers, select 6 ohms; if you
are using 8 ohm speakers, select 8 ohms.
3 Press STANDBY/ON to exit the setting.
This unit will be set to the standby mode.
Speaker impedance setting function is located in the Advanced
menu (see page 86).
When all connections are complete, turn on the power of
this unit.
1 Press STANDBY/ON (or SYSTEM POWER on
the remote controls) to turn on the power of
this unit.
2 Turn on the video monitor connected to this
unit.
Press STANDBY/ON again (or STANDBY on the remote
control) to enter the standby mode.
Speaker impedance setting
CAUTION
Note
STRAIGHT
EFFECT
STANDBY
/ON
SP IMP.-8 MIN
Turning on the power
Note
A
SPEAKERS
B
MULTI CH
INPUT
AUDIO
SELECT
TONE
CONTROLSTRAIGHT
PRESET/
TUNING
TUNING
MODEMEMORY
MAIN ZONE 2
ZONE ON/OFF
ZONE 3
ZONE CONTROL
FM/AMA/B/C/D/E
SOURCE/
REMOTE
REC OUT/ZONE 2
VIDEO/AUX
AUDIO R OPTICAL
PHONES
PRESET/
TUNING
OPTIMIZER
MIC
VOLUME
PROGRAM
INPUT
PURE DIRECT
STANDBY
/ON
MD/TAPEDVD
DTV
CBL/SAT
VCR 1
CD-R
TUNER
CD
DVR/
VCR 2
1
SELECT
+
POWER POWER POWER
SYSTEM
STANDBY
AVTV
++
AMP
1
STANDBY
/ON
POWER
SYSTEM
or
Front panel Remote control

AUTO SETUP
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PREPARATION
This receiver employs YAMAHA Parametric Room
Acoustic Optimizer (YPAO) technology which lets you
avoid troublesome listening-based speaker setup and
achieves highly accurate sound adjustments. The supplied
optimizer microphone collects and analyzes the sound
your speakers produce in your actual listening
environment.
• Please be advised that it is normal for loud test tones to be
output during the auto setup procedure.
• If auto setup stops and error messages appear on the screen,
follow the troubleshooting on page 31.
YPAO performs the following checks and makes
appropriate adjustments to give you the best possible
sound from your system.
Wiring
Checks which speakers are connected and the polarity of
each speaker.
Distance
Checks the distance of each speaker from the listening
position and adjusts the timing of each channel.
Size
Checks the speaker’s frequency response and sets the
appropriate low frequency crossover for each channel.
Equalizing
Adjusts frequency and levels of each channel’s parametric
equalizer to reduce coloration across the channels and
create a cohesive sound field. This is particularly
important if you use different brands or sizes of speakers
for some channels or have a room with unique sonic
characteristics.
YPAO equalizing calibration incorporates three
parameters (frequency, level and Q factor) for each of the
seven bands in its parametric equalizer to provide highly
precise automatic adjustment of frequency characteristics.
Level
Checks and adjusts the sound level (volume) of each
speaker.
1 Connect the supplied optimizer microphone
to the OPTIMIZER MIC jack on the front
panel.
• After you have completed the auto setup procedure, be sure to
disconnect the optimizer microphone.
• The optimizer microphone is sensitive to heat.
– Keep it away from direct sunlight.
– Do not place it on top of this unit.
2 Place the optimizer microphone on a flat
level surface with the omni-directional
microphone head upward, at your normal
listening position.
If possible, use a tripod (etc.) to affix the optimizer
mic at the same height as your ears would be when
you are seated in your listening position.
AUTO SETUP
Introduction
Notes
Optimizer microphone setup
Notes
A
SPEAKERS
B
MULTI CH
INPUT
AUDIO
SELECT
TONE
CONTROLSTRAIGHT
PRESET/
TUNING
TUNING
MODEMEMORY
MAIN ZONE 2
ZONE ON/OFF
ZONE 3
ZONE CONTROL
FM/AMA/B/C/D/E
SOURCE/
REMOTE
REC OUT/ZONE 2
VIDEO/AUX
AUDIO R OPTICAL
PHONES
PRESET/
TUNING
OPTIMIZER
MIC
PROGRAMMD/TAPEDVD
DTV
CBL/SAT
VCR 1
CD-R
TUNER
CD
DVR/
VCR 2
Optimizer microphone position

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AUTO SETUP
For best results, make sure the room is as quiet as possible
during the auto setup procedure (YPAO). If there is too
much ambient noise, the results may not be satisfactory.
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If your subwoofer has adjustable volume and crossover/high cut
frequency controls, set the volume between 9 and 11 o’clock (as
viewed on a conventional clockface) and set the crossover/high
cut frequency to the maximum.
1 Switch on this unit and video monitor.
2 Set AMP/SOURCE/TV to AMP, then press
TOP on the remote control.
The top display appears.
3 Press k / n repeatedly to select Auto Setup,
then press h.
4 Press k / n repeatedly to select Setup Menu,
then press h.
5 Press k / n repeatedly to select Wiring,
Distance, Size, Equalizing or Level, then
press h.
y
Equalizing is also available in the front panel display system
options menu (see page 87).
6 For Wiring, Distance, Size or Level, select:
Check To automatically check and adjust the selected
item.
Skip To skip the selected item and perform no
adjustments.
y
When using THX speakers, select “Skip” for Size and make
sure that “Small” or “Small x2” is selected in Speaker Set
(page 62) and that “80Hz” is selected in Bass Cross Over
(page 63).
Starting the setup
CROSSOVER/
HIGH CUT
MIN MAX
Subwoofer
VOLUME
MIN MAX
TOP
TITLE
Sound
Option
BasicManual Setup
Auto Setup
System Memory
Input Select
Stereo/Surround
AMP
SOURCE
TV
A/B/C/D/E
ENTER
PRESET
A/B/C/D/E
ENTER
PRESET
Information
Setup Type
Start
Setup MenuAuto Setup
System Memory
Audio Info.
Manual Setup
Input Select
Setup Menu
Setup Type
Start
Wiring
Distance
Size
Information
Skip
CheckWiring
Distance
Size
Skip
CheckSize
Equalizing
Level
Distance
Wiring
Skip
CheckDistance
Size
Equalizing
Wiring
Skip
Check: Natural
Check: Flat
Check: Front
Equalizing
Level
Size
Distance
Skip
CheckLevel
Equalizing
Size

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AUTO SETUP
PREPARATION
For Equalizing, press k / n to select:
Skip To skip the selected item and perform no
adjustments.
Check: Natural To average out the frequency response of all
speakers with higher frequencies being less
emphasized. Recommended if the “Flat”
setting sounds a little harsh.
Check: Flat To average the frequency response of all
speakers. Recommended if all of your
speakers are of similar quality.
Check: Front To adjust the frequency response of each
speaker in accordance with the sound of
your front speakers. Recommended if your
front speakers are of much higher quality
than your other speakers.
7 Once you have selected the desired setting,
press l to move back to Setup Menu.
8 Press n to select Setup Type, then select:
Auto To automatically perform the entire
auto setup procedure.
Step To pause for confirmation between
each check in the auto setup procedure.
y
This menu item is also available in the front panel display
system options menu (see page 87).
9 Press n to select Start, then press ENTER.
Loud test tones are output from each speaker and
“Measuring” appears during the auto setup
procedure.
y
• To stop the auto setup procedure, press one of the cursor
buttons (k / n / l / h) or ENTER. In the pause mode,
press k to retry the procedure, l to cancel auto setup.
• If an error message appears during testing, refer to
“Troubleshooting for the auto setup procedure” on
page 31, and after carrying out the remedy, retry the auto
setup procedure.
• This menu item is also available in the front panel display
system options menu (see page 87).
Setup Menu
Setup Type
Start
Wiring
Distance
Size
Information
Setup Type
Start
Auto
Step
Setup Menu
Information
Start:ENTERStart
Setup Type
Setup Menu

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AUTO SETUP
You can confirm the results of each analysis.
If you set Setup Type to “Auto”
The results are displayed after all items have been
analyzed.
• Press n and select Setup to set the measured values.
• Press k and select Retry to retry the auto setup procedure.
• Press h and select Detail to view information about
measurement results and warning messages. For more
details about warning messages, see “Troubleshooting for
the auto setup procedure” on page 31.
• Press l and select Exit to exit from the auto setup
procedure. If you select Exit, “Don’t Setup?” appears on
the screen. To set the measured values and exit, select Yes.
To cancel the settings and exit, select No.
If you set Setup Type to “Step”
The results are displayed individually after each analysis.
• Press n and select Next to start measurement of the next
menu item.
After all menu items have been measured, “Measurement
Over” appears on the screen and the results for each item
are displayed.
• Press n and select Setup to set the measured values.
y
If you want to make more detailed settings, change the system
parameters using the Manual Setup menu. If you want to return to
the Auto Setup settings after making settings in the Manual Setup
menu, navigate to the Information screen in the Auto Setup menu,
press k / n repeatedly to select the parameter you want to adjust,
then press ENTER.
• If you change speakers, speaker positions, or the layout of your
listening environment, perform auto setup again to re-calibrate
your system.
• Depending on your listening environment, SubWfr:REV may
appear in the Wiring results. In this case, SWFR Phase in the
Manual Setup menu (see page 64) is automatically set to
Reverse. To select the desired setting, change the SWFR Phase
parameter in the Manual Setup menu.
• In the Distance results, the distance displayed may be longer
than the actual distance depending on the characteristics of your
subwoofer. This may also be the case when using an external
amplifier.
• In the Equalizing results, different values may be set for the
same band to provide finer adjustments.
Confirming the results
Measurement Over
Successfully
Start
Setup Type
Setup Menu Retry
Setup
Exit Detail
Notes
Equalizing
Size
Distance
Level
Result
Retry
Next
Exit Detail

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AUTO SETUP
PREPARATION
■ Troubleshooting for the auto setup procedure
Before auto setup
During auto setup
Press l / h to display detailed information for individual errors. Select Retry to try the auto setup procedure again.
Error message Cause Remedy
Connect MIC! Optimizer microphone is not connected. • Connect the supplied optimizer microphone to the
OPTIMIZER MIC jack on the front panel.
Unplug Phones! Headphones are connected. • Unplug the headphones.
No Setup Menu! No setup menu items have been selected. • Select at least one setup menu item.
Memory Guard! This setting is protected. • Remove the protection setting for auto setup
(see page 68).
Error message Cause Remedy
E01:No Front SP Front L/R channel signal(s) is (are) not
detected.
• Select the front speakers by pressing
SPEAKERS A or B on the front panel
(or by setting AMP/SOURCE/TV to AMP,
then pressing SPEAKERS A or B on the remote
control).
• Check the front L/R speaker connections.
E02:No Sur. SP Only one surround channel signal is detected. • Check the surround speaker connections.
E03:No Pres. SP Only one presence channel signal is detected. • Check the presence speaker connections.
E04:SBR ->SBL Only the surround back right channel signal is
detected.
• Connect the surround back speaker to the LEFT
SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS terminal if you
only have one surround back speaker.
E05:Noisy Background noise is too loud. • Try auto setup in a quiet environment.
• Turn off noisy electric equipment like air
conditioners, or move them away from this unit.
E06:Check Sur. Surround back speaker(s) is (are) connected,
though surround L/R speakers are not.
• Connect surround speakers when using (a) surround
back speaker(s).
E07:No MIC The optimizer microphone was unplugged
during the auto setup procedure.
• Connect the supplied optimizer microphone to the
OPTIMIZER MIC jack on the front panel.
E08:No Signal The optimizer microphone does not detect test
tones.
• Check the microphone setting.
• Check the speaker connections and placement.
E09:User Cancel The auto setup procedure was cancelled
because a setting that affects auto setup (such as
changing speaker settings, etc.) was changed
during the procedure.
• Perform the auto setup procedure again.
E10:Internal Err An internal error occurred. • Restart this unit, then try the auto setup procedure
again.

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AUTO SETUP
After auto setup
The following warning messages are displayed after analysis is complete to inform you of possible problems. We
recommend that you check the contents of each message, then select Retry to try the auto setup procedure again.
Warning message Cause Remedy
W1:Out of Phase Speaker polarity is incorrect. This message may
appear depending on the speakers even when
they are connected correctly.
• Check the speaker connections.
W2:Over Distance The distance between the speaker and the
listening position is over 24 m (80 ft).
• Bring the speaker closer to the listening position.
W3:Level Error The difference in volume level between the
speakers is excessive. (No level correction is
made.)
• Readjust the speaker installation.
• Use speakers of similar quality.
• Adjust the output volume of the subwoofer.
W4:SP Mismatch The speaker settings differ from the
measurement results of wiring (only occurs
when the wiring measurement procedure is
skipped).

PLAYBACK
33
BASIC
OPERATION
1 Press STANDBY/ON (or set AMP/SOURCE/TV
to AMP, then press SYSTEM POWER on the
remote control) to turn on the power.
2 Turn on the video monitor connected to this
unit.
3 Press SPEAKERS A or B on the front panel
(or press SPEAKERS A or B on the remote
control).
Each press turns the respective speakers on or off.
When bi-wiring, select both A and B.
4 Select the input source.
Use the INPUT selector (or press one of the input
selector buttons on the remote control) to select the
input you desire.
The current input source name appears in the front
panel display and video monitor for a few seconds.
5 Start playback or select a broadcast station
on the source component.
Refer to the operation instructions for the component.
See page 41 for details about tuning instructions.
6 Adjust the volume to the desired output level.
PLAYBACK
Basic operations
A
SPEAKERS
B
MULTI CH
INPUT
AUDIO
SELECT
TONE
CONTROLSTRAIGHT
PRESET/
TUNING
TUNING
MODEMEMORY
MAIN ZONE 2
ZONE ON/OFF
ZONE 3
ZONE CONTROL
FM/AMA/B/C/D/E
SOURCE/
REMOTE
REC OUT/ZONE 2
VIDEO/AUX
AUDIO R OPTICAL
PHONES
PRESET/
TUNING
OPTIMIZER
MIC
VOLUME
PROGRAM
INPUT
PURE DIRECT
STANDBY
/ON
MD/TAPEDVD
DTV
CBL/SAT
VCR 1
CD-R
TUNER
CD
DVR/
VCR 2
1 4 7 63
EXIT
MENU
REC
DISC SKIP
EFFECT
RETURN DISPLAY
STRAIGHT
BAND PRG SELECT
A/B/C/D/E
NIGHT
AUDIO
PURE DIRECT
ENTER
TOP
TITLE
1 2 B
3 421
9 0 +10 ENT.
5 6 7 8
U U U
MACROONOFF
A SPEAKERSMEMORY
PRESET
EXIT PURE DIRECTTOP
SELECT
VOL
+
–
POWER POWER POWER
SYSTEM
STANDBY
AVTV
CH
+
–
TV VOL
+
–
AMP
SOURCE
TV
PRESET
1
1
74
6
3
STANDBY
/ON
POWER
SYSTEM
Front panel
Remote control
or
AMP
SOURCE
TV
A
SPEAKERS
B
B
+10 ENT.
A SPEAKERS
or
INPUT
or
VOLUME
A
SP
L R
V-AUX DVR/VCR2 CBL/SAT DTV DVD MD/TAPE CD-R CD TUNER PHONO
dB
DVD
VCR 1
Selected input source
VOLUME
VOL
+
–
or
Remote controlFront panel

34
PLAYBACK
7 Select a sound field program if desired.
Use PROGRAM (or press one of the sound field
program buttons repeatedly) to select a sound field
program. See page 48 for details about sound field
programs.
When this unit detects Dolby Digital signals, the following
display appears for a few seconds. This shows how the signal
level is being corrected to become –27 dB (THX
recommendation).3
■ Front panel operation
Rotate PROGRAM to select the desired program.
The name of the selected program appears in the front
panel display and video monitor.
Note
PROGRAM
1 2 B
3 421
9 0 +10 ENT.
5 6 7 8
A SPEAKERSMEMORY
Remote controlFront panel
or
DialNorm;;+4dB
Selecting sound field programs
A
SPEAKERS
B
MULTI CH
INPUT
AUDIO
SELECT
TONE
CONTROLSTRAIGHT
PRESET/
TUNING
TUNING
MODEMEMORY
MAIN ZONE 2
ZONE ON/OFF
ZONE 3
ZONE CONTROL
FM/AMA/B/C/D/E
SOURCE/
REMOTE
REC OUT/ZONE 2
VIDEO/AUX
AUDIO R OPTICAL
PHONES
PRESET/
TUNING
OPTIMIZER
MIC
VOLUME
PROGRAM
INPUT
PURE DIRECT
STANDBY
/ON
MD/TAPEDVD
DTV
CBL/SAT
VCR 1
CD-R
TUNER
CD
DVR/
VCR 2
PROGRAM
VOLUME
HiFi DSPA
SP
L R
V-AUX DVR/VCR2 VCR 1 CBL/SAT DTV DVD MD/TAPE CD-R CD TUNER PHONO
dB
Hall in Munich
Program name
PROGRAM

35
PLAYBACK
BASIC
OPERATION
■ Remote control operation
Set AMP/SOURCE/TV to AMP, then press one of
the sound field program buttons repeatedly to
select the desired program.
The name of the selected program appears in the front
panel display and video monitor.
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Choose a sound field program based on your listening preference,
and not on the name of the program.
• When you select an input source, this unit automatically selects
the last sound field program used with that source.
• Sound field programs cannot be selected when the
MULTI CH INPUT is selected.
■ To adjust the tone
You can adjust the bass/treble
balance for the front left/right and
center channels.
Press TONE CONTROL
repeatedly on the front panel to
select TREBLE or BASS.
Select TREBLE, then rotate
PROGRAM to the right or left to
increase or decrease the high-
frequency response.
Select BASS, then rotate PROGRAM to the right or left to
increase or decrease the low-frequency response.
To cancel the tone control, press TONE CONTROL
repeatedly to select BYPASS.
• If you increase or decrease the high-frequency or the
low-frequency sound to an extreme level, the tonal quality of
the surround speakers may not match that of the front left/right
and center speakers.
• TONE CONTROL is not effective when THX (page 48) or
PURE DIRECT (page 38) is selected, or when
MULTI CH INPUT is selected.
• If headphones are connected to this unit, the Tone Control
setting adjusts the bass/treble balance of your headphones
(see page 60).
■ To mute the sound
Press MUTE on the remote control.
The MUTE indicator flashes on the
front panel display.
To resume the audio output, press
MUTE again (or press VOL –/+).
The MUTE indicator disappears from
the display.
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You can adjust the muting level (see page 60).
Notes
EXIT
MENU
EFFECT
RETURN DISPLAY
STRAIGHT
BAND PRG SELECT
A/B/C/D/E
NIGHT
AUDIO
PURE DIRECT
ENTER
TOP
TITLE
1 2 B
VOL
+
–
3 421
9 0 +10 ENT.
5 6 7 8
CH
+
–
TV VOL
+
–
AMP
SOURCE
TV
A SPEAKERSMEMORY
PRESET
Sound field
program buttons
AMP/SOURCE/TV
VOLUME
HiFi DSPA
SP
L R
V-AUX DVR/VCR2 VCR 1 CBL/SAT DTV DVD MD/TAPE CD-R CD TUNER PHONO
dB
Hall in Munich
AMP
SOURCE
TV
Program name
1 2 B
3 421
9 0 +10 ENT.
5 6 7 8
A SPEAKERSMEMORY
Additional operations
Notes
TONE CONTROL
PROGRAM
MUTE

36
PLAYBACK
■ To listen with headphones
(“SILENT CINEMA”)
“SILENT CINEMA” allows you to enjoy multi-channel
music or movie sound, including Dolby Digital and DTS
surround, through ordinary headphones. “SILENT
CINEMA” activates automatically whenever you connect
headphones to the PHONES jack while listening to
CINEMA DSP or HiFi DSP sound field programs. When
activated, the “SILENT CINEMA” indicator lights up in
the front panel display.
• This unit will not be set to “SILENT CINEMA” when
MULTI CH INPUT is selected as the input source.
• “SILENT CINEMA” is not effective when PURE DIRECT or a
2ch Stereo program is selected, or in STRAIGHT mode.
■ Selecting the MULTI CH INPUT
Press MULTI CH INPUT so that “MULTI CH INPUT”
appears in the front panel display and video monitor.
When “MULTI CH INPUT” is shown on the front panel display
and/or the video monitor, no other source can be played. To select
another input source with the INPUT selector on the front panel
(or one of the input selector buttons on the remote control), press
MULTI CH INPUT to turn off “MULTI CH INPUT” from the
front panel display and the video monitor.
■ Enjoying multi-channel software in
6.1/7.1 channel surround
If you connected one or two surround back speakers, use
this feature to enjoy 6.1/7.1-channel playback for
multi-channel sources using the Dolby Pro Logic x,
Dolby Digital EX or DTS-ES decoders.
Set AMP/SOURCE/TV to AMP, then press EXTD
SUR. on the remote control to switch between 5.1
and 6.1/7.1 channel playback.
To select a decoder, press l / h repeatedly
when PL xMovie (etc.) is displayed.
Auto (AUTO)
When a signal (flag) that can be recognized by the unit is
input, the unit selects the optimum decoder for playing
back the signal in 6.1/7.1 channels.
If the unit cannot recognize the flag or no flag is present in
the input signal, it cannot automatically be played in
6.1/7.1 channels.
Decoders (select with l / h)
You can select from the following modes depending on
the format of the software you are playing.
PL xMovie
For playing back Dolby Digital or DTS signals in 7.1
channels using the Pro Logic x movie decoder.
PL xMusic
For playing back Dolby Digital or DTS signals in 6.1/7.1
channels using the Pro Logic x music decoder.
EX/ES
For playing back Dolby Digital signals in 6.1/7.1 channels
using the Dolby Digital EX decoder.
DTS signals are played back in 6.1/7.1 channels using the
DTS-ES decoder.
EX
For playing back Dolby Digital or DTS signals in 6.1/7.1
channels using the Dolby Digital EX decoder.
Off (OFF)
For playing back Dolby Digital or DTS signals in 5.1
channels.
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When Surround Back is set to “Large x1” or “Small x1”
(see page 63), the surround back channel will output from the left
SURROUND BACK speaker terminals.
Notes
Note
MULTI CH
INPUT MULTI CH IN
or
EXTD SUR.
8
II
II

37
PLAYBACK
BASIC
OPERATION
• Some 6.1-channel compatible discs do not have a signal (flag)
which this unit can automatically detect. When playing these
kinds of discs with 6.1-channel, select decoders (PL xMovie,
PL xMusic, EX/ES or EX) manually.
• 6.1/7.1-channel playback is not possible even if EXTD SUR. is
pressed in the following cases:
– When Surround or Surround Back is set to “None”
(see page 63).
– When the source connected to the MULTI CH INPUT jack is
being played.
– When the source being played does not contain surround L/R
channel signals.
– When a Dolby Digital KARAOKE source is being played.
– When 2ch Stereo, 7ch Stereo or PURE DIRECT is selected.
• When the power of this unit is turned off, the input mode will be
reset to AUTO.
• The Pro Logic x decoder is not available when Surround Back
is set to “None” (see page 63).
• “PL xMovie” cannot be selected when Surround Back is set to
“Large x1” or “Small x1” (see page 63).
■ Enjoying 2-channel software in surround
Signals input from 2-channel sources can also be played
back on multiple channels.
Set AMP/SOURCE/TV to AMP, then press
STANDARD on the remote control to switch
between the SUR. STANDARD and SUR.
ENHANCED programs.
Or press MOVIE or THX on the remote control to
select the MOVIE THEATER or THX programs.
Press SELECT on the remote control to select
the decoder.
You can select from the following modes depending on
the type of software you are playing and your personal
preference.
When you select the SUR. STANDARD program
<PRO LOGIC>
Dolby Pro Logic processing for any sources.
<PL x Movie>
Dolby Pro Logic x processing for movie software.
<PL x Music>
Dolby Pro Logic x processing for music software.
<PL x Game>
Dolby Pro Logic x processing for game software.
<Neo:6 Cinema>
DTS processing for movie software.
<Neo:6 Music>
DTS processing for music software.
<CS Cinema>*
SRS Circle Surround processing for movie software.
<CS Music>*
SRS Circle Surround processing for music software.
* (U.S.A. model only)
When you select the SUR. ENHANCED, MOVIE
THEATER or THX programs
<PRO LOGIC>
Dolby Pro Logic processing for any sources.
<PL x Movie>
Dolby Pro Logic x processing for movie software.
<Neo:6 Cinema>
DTS processing for movie software.
y
• You can also select a decoder with the Decode Type parameter
in the Stereo/Surround menu (see page 99).
• You can also select a decoder by pressing l / h on the remote
control when the decoder type is displayed in the short message
display.
The Pro Logic x decoder is not available when Surround Back is
set to “None” (see page 63).
Notes
STANDARD
6
MOVIE
4
THX
5or
SELECT
7
Note
II
II
II
II
II
II

38
PLAYBACK
■ Listening to high fidelity stereo sound
(PURE DIRECT)
PURE DIRECT bypasses this unit’s decoders and DSP
processors as well as shuts down the video circuitry,
allowing you to enjoy the highest possible sound fidelity
from analog and PCM sources.
Press PURE DIRECT to activate pure direct.
The button lights up and the front panel display
automatically goes out.
y
The front panel display switches on momentarily when an
operation is performed.
To cancel, press PURE DIRECT again.
The indicator around the front panel button goes out and
the previous settings are restored.
• To avoid unexpected noise, do not play DTS-encoded CDs in
this mode.
• When a multi-channel signal (Dolby Digital or DTS) is input,
this unit automatically switches to the corresponding analog
input. (When DTS is selected as an input mode, no sound will
be heard.)
• No sound will be output from the subwoofer.
• Tone Control (page 35) and GUI menu (page 52) settings are
not effective.
• The following operations are not possible during PURE
DIRECT operation:
– switching the sound field program
– displaying the short message
– adjusting GUI menu parameters
– all video functions (video conversion etc.)
• PURE DIRECT is automatically cancelled whenever this unit is
set to the standby mode.
■ Night listening modes
The night listening modes are designed to improve
listenability at lower volumes or at night. Choose either
NIGHT:CINEMA or NIGHT:MUSIC depending on the
type of material you are playing.
Set AMP/SOURCE/TV to AMP, then press NIGHT
on the remote control repeatedly to select
cinema or music.
When night listening is selected, the NIGHT indicator in
the front panel display lights up.
• Select NIGHT:CINEMA when watching films to
reduce the dynamic range of film soundtracks and
make dialog easier to hear at lower volumes.
• Select NIGHT:MUSIC when listening to music sources
to preserve ease-of-listening for all sounds.
• Select NIGHT:OFF if you do not want to use this
function.
Press l / h to adjust the effect level while
NIGHT:CINEMA or NIGHT:MUSIC is displayed.
This adjusts the level of compression.
• Select “MIN” for minimum compression.
• Select “MID” for standard compression.
• Select “MAX” for maximum compression.
y
NIGHT:CINEMA and NIGHT:MUSIC adjustments are stored
independently.
• You cannot use the night listening modes with PURE DIRECT,
MULTI CH INPUT, or when headphones are connected
(even though the NIGHT indicator lights up when PURE
DIRECT is selected).
• The night listening modes may vary in effectiveness depending
on the input source and surround sound settings you use.
Notes
PURE DIRECT
PURE DIRECT
or
Notes
Remote control
NIGHT
AUDIO
A/B/C/D/E
ENTER
PRESET
Remote control
Effect.Lvl:MID

39
PLAYBACK
BASIC
OPERATION
■ Downmixing to 2 channels
You can enjoy 2-channel stereo playback from multi-
channel sources.
Rotate PROGRAM (or set AMP/SOURCE/TV to
AMP, then press STEREO on the remote control)
to select 2ch Stereo.
You can use a subwoofer with this program when SWFR or
BOTH is selected in LFE/BASS OUT.
■ Listening to unprocessed input signals
In STRAIGHT mode, two channel stereo sources are
output from only the front left and right speakers. Multi-
channel sources are decoded straight into the appropriate
channels without any additional effect processing.
Press STRAIGHT (EFFECT) to select STRAIGHT.
Press STRAIGHT/EFFECT again so that “STRAIGHT”
disappears from the display when you want to turn the
sound effect back on.
■ Virtual CINEMA DSP
Virtual CINEMA DSP allows you to enjoy the CINEMA
DSP programs without surround speakers. It creates
virtual speakers to reproduce a natural sound field.
If you set Surround to None, Virtual CINEMA DSP
activates automatically whenever you select a CINEMA
DSP sound field program.
Virtual CINEMA DSP will not activate, even when Surround is
set to “None” (see page 62) in the following cases:
– When MULTI CH INPUT is selected as the input source.
– When headphones are connected to the PHONES jack.
■ Playing video sources in the
background
You can combine images from a video source with sound
from an audio source. For example, you can enjoy
listening to classical music while having beautiful scenery
from the video source on the video monitor.
Use the input selector buttons to select a video
source, then select an audio source.
If you want to enjoy an audio source connected to the
MULTI CH INPUT jacks together with a video source, first select
the video source and then press MULTI CH INPUT.
Note
Note
2ch Stereo
1 2 B
3 421
9 0 +10 ENT.
5 6 7 8
A SPEAKERSMEMORY
Front panel
or
PROGRAM
Remote control
STRAIGHT
EFFECT
EFFECT
STRAIGHT
or
Note
Audio sources
Video sources

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